Building & Zoning Services

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BUILDING A SAFE AND SUSTAINABLE
CITY WHERE NEIGHBORHOODS THRIVE 

Welcome to the Department of Building and Zoning Services—your resource for construction, zoning, code enforcement, and licensing in Columbus, Ohio. We provide services including building permits, zoning reviews, code enforcement, contractor and business licensing, engineering, and street addressing. Whether you're starting a project or need a permit, our website is here to help you navigate the process and support safe, sustainable development in our city.


icons8-exclamation-mark-50.png  Building & Zoning Services Inspection Results Now Fully Digital – June 1st

BZS has transitioned to a fully digital system for inspection results and tracking. As a result:

  • Inspection sign-off sheets will no longer be included as the second page of building permits.
  • All inspection results are still available through the Citizen Access Portal.
  • Inspection reports provide inspection details for all related permits, can also be accessed through the portal (see below).

For permits issued before June 1:
You may continue using the paper sign-off sheet or adopt a hybrid approach. Please coordinate with your inspector to determine the best method for your project.
To access an inspection report:

  1. Go to the Citizen Access Portal.
  2. In the Building section on the Home page, click "Search Applications and Permits."
  3. Enter your building permit number and click Search.
  4. Once your permit details appear, click the red "Reports" button in the top right corner.
  5. Select your inspection report. You may view the full report or narrow results by date range.

For questions, contact the Building Inspection Manager at 614-645-8445 or dldaniel@columbus.gov.


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